Position Available 8/15/2016
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science
Department of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Studies
THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA is a diverse and vibrant public university that is making a difference in the lives of the
people of Alabama and the nation through teaching, research, service and health care. The University offers a wide range of
high-quality undergraduate and graduate academic programs to over 16,000 students. Located in the City of Mobile, USA is
the only major public institution of higher learning on the upper Gulf Coast and is the fastest growing university in the State
of Alabama.
THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION is one of nine colleges and schools of the University of South Alabama. Founded on February
1, 1967, the College has a total annual budget exceeding 14 million dollars and supports 85 different programs leading to six
distinct degrees. The College is nationally accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education and
its educator preparation programs are accredited by the Alabama State Department of Education.
THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, & LEISURE STUDIES (HPELS) currently has 13 full-time tenure track
faculty, 3 non-tenure track instructional faculty, and 3 staff members. The Department offers: undergraduate programs in
Health Education, Physical Education, Leisure Studies, Exercise Science and a Coaching Certificate Program. Leisure Studies
concentrations are available in Therapeutic Recreation and Sport and Recreation Management. Graduate programs are
offered in Health Education, Physical Education, and Exercise Science.
RESPONSIBILITIES The position is a full-time tenure track academic appointment (9-month) at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in exercise science core to include exercise physiology,
health-fitness, nutritional aspects of exercise, and sport-conditioning in healthy, clinical, and/or athletic populations;
conducting, publishing, and presenting research; providing academic advisement; supervising student internship experiences;
participating in curriculum development; collaborating with faculty; and providing service to the Department, College, and
University. The successful applicant must display the ability to employ effective teaching practices, provide experiential
student learning opportunities and engage in program-related community engagement.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics or a
closely related discipline, ABD’s near completion of the degree will be considered. Candidates should have demonstrated
skills and/or experience in teaching, research, and service with the ideal candidate complementing our existing program and
faculty.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the area of health related fitness
and/or the promotion of physical activity. Demonstrated leadership activities and certifications from ACSM, NSCA, or other
related organizations are preferred.
COMPLETE APPLICATIONS must include a letter of interest and current curriculum vitae. In addition, official transcripts and
three signed original letters of reference should be mailed from the institution/originator. All application materials should be
sent to: Exercise Science Search Committee, Attention: Dana Burleson, College of Education, University Commons 3600,
University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL 36688-0002. Review of applicants’ materials will begin March 1, 2016 and continue
until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Phillip Norrell at (251) 461-1620 or email:
pnorrell@southalabama.edu.
The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), religion, age, genetic
information, disability, or protected veteran status.